A man in his mid-sixties has died after being critically injured in a road collision in Wakefield this week.
Incident details and ongoing inquiry
The cyclist, a 66-year-old Wakefield resident, was taken to hospital after the crash on the southbound carriageway of the A636 Denby Dale Road at about 10.05pm on Wednesday 15 July. He passed away in hospital the following day.
The collision involved a grey Omoda 5 SUV near the traffic light junction with Thornes Road. A 48-year-old woman, who was driving the vehicle, has been interviewed under caution and released under investigation while enquiries continue.
"interviewed under caution"
Officers from the West Yorkshire Police Major Collision Enquiry Team (MCET) are leading the probe and have asked anyone who witnessed the crash, or who may have relevant footage, to come forward.
How you can help the investigation
- If you saw the incident or were driving in the area around 10pm on Wednesday 15 July, contact police.
- Dashcam, CCTV or mobile phone footage could be important evidence — please check and share anything relevant.
- Quote MCET reference 13260403435 when you call.
Information can be passed to West Yorkshire Police via 101, quoting the reference above, or through the force’s online live chat at www.westyorkshire.police.uk/livechat.
Local context and impact
The A636 Denby Dale Road is a busy route linking parts of Wakefield and the surrounding area. Collisions on this stretch cause significant disruption for commuters and local traffic and raise concerns about road safety for vulnerable users such as cyclists.
Local residents and commuters who regularly use Thornes Road and the Denby Dale junction are likely to be anxious for details while the investigation progresses. The MCET inquiry will examine the circumstances leading up to the crash, including vehicle movements, speed, road conditions and any witness accounts.
Key facts at a glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Victim | 66-year-old man from Wakefield |
| Date and time | About 10.05pm, Wednesday 15 July |
| Location | Southbound A636 Denby Dale Road, near Thornes Road lights |
| Other vehicle | Grey Omoda 5 SUV; driver aged 48 |
| Police reference | MCET 13260403435 |
The family of the deceased have not released a statement through police at this stage; investigators have not provided further comment beyond appeals for witnesses. Anyone with information is urged to contact West Yorkshire Police as soon as possible to assist the Major Collision Enquiry Team.
